Faculty Development Opportunities at UC-COM

The Office of Faculty Affairs & Development have created new development programming for our faculty in the areas of professional development, research development, teaching and education development, and wellness. Programs in these four tracks will be offered on a monthly basis during the academic year. Complete listing of development programs being offered 2024-2025 Programs.

November 2024

November 5, 2024
Tips and Tricks for Time Management: Productivity, Well-being and Beyond

Facilitators: Hosted by the Be Well UC employee wellness program
Via: Microsoft Teams
Time:12-1:00pm

Description

Want the best bang for your “time” buck?  This interactive session will help you to plan and practice how to make the most of your day for your priorities. Learn practical strategies for more effective work-life balance. 

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify how time management impacts us professionally and our well-being
2. Highlight strategies to identify and manage priorities
3. Share related support resources

November 13, 2024
Successfully Building and Managing a Lab 

Facilitators: Jason Blackard, PHD and Laura Conforti, PHD 
Via: Microsoft Teams
Time:12-1:00pm

Learning Objectives:

1. Appreciate their roles(s) as supervisors, mentors, and/or mentees 
2. Discuss the elements of a successful lab environment 
3. Discuss the impact of culture on lab function and harmony 

November 19, 2024
The Power and Practice of Mindful Breath and Relaxation Techniques

Facilitator: Barbara Walker, PHD 
Via: Microsoft Teams
Time:12-1:00pm

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand how the breath is a fundamental pillar of wellbeing
2. Explain the physiological and psychological benefits of mindful breath  
3. Learn how to regulate your emotional and autonomic state through breathing
4. Create a plan for when to integrate mindful breath techniques for optimal performance and energy

November 19, 2024
Applying the Master Adaptive Learner Framework in Undergraduate Medical Education

Facilitators: Laurah Malosh, PHD & Sarah Ronan-Bentle, MD 
Via:   virtual
Time:12-1:00pm

Learning Objectives:

1. Describe the 4 phases of the Master Adaptive Learner Framework
2. Define the “batteries” which drive the Master Adaptive Learner 
3. Describe coaching and how it impacts the learning process for a Master Adaptive Learner
4. Explain how you can model being a Master Adaptive Learner for your learners

December 2024

• December 05, 2024 | Championing Culture Building in your Department (repeat)
• December 12, 2024 | From Career Development Award to R-funded Research Projects